Re: Re: I think my serpentine belt is cracking

From: Andy Levy (andylevy@bigfoot.com)
Date: Mon Oct 02 2000 - 06:35:58 EDT


I've got them running both ways (across and lengthwise). Now, the
$64,000 question - Poop Boys or the dealer parts counter?

Chuck Robbins wrote:
>
> I seriously doubt if the belt is covered under the warrnty. I've heard that
> some cracks (which go across the belt) are normal. It's the ones that go
> lengthwise that are real trouble. At the very least it would be a good idea
> to pick up a new belt to keep with you (along with a wrench for the
> tensioner) so you won't get stuck in the woods.
>
> Chuck Robbins
> '99 Intense Blue Dakota Sport
> www.intense99dak.com
>
> > Well, this morning I was finishing up the wiring on my fan (only 3 weeks
> > after starting) and took a close look at my belt, for what reason, I
> > don't know. Looks like it's starting to crack. Very small cracks right
> > now, across the belt. It'll turn 24K tomorrow. This seems like an
> > awfully short lifespan on a belt.
> >
> > I haven't had a chance to check my warranty yet; is this a covered item,
> > or is it considered a "wear item?" If it's not under warranty, I'll
> > just replace it myself. But this thing should NOT be cracking after 18
> > months and 24K miles.
> >
> > --
> > -andy
> >
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-andy

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